In an impressive display of talent and determination, the Cole Valley Christian Chargers captured the 4A Snake River Valley District Championship on Wednesday, defeating the Weiser Wolverines 9-5.
Game Flow:
- Weiser struck first in the top of the first inning on a dropped third strike
- Cole Valley responded immediately with a four-run rally in the bottom half
- The Chargers extended their lead with two more runs in the second inning
- Cole Valley’s offense was relentless throughout, securing the championship victory
Offensive Standouts:
- Lauren Colson: Perfect 3-for-3 at the plate with three singles and two stolen bases
- Karlie Barnum: 3 hits, 2 RBIs
- Brinkley Lauderdale: 3 hits
- Abbie English: Double, 2 RBIs
- Addy Herrera: 2-for-3 at the plate
Pitching Performance:
Karlie Barnum (W): Complete game victory:
- 7 innings pitched
- 5 hits allowed
- 5 runs (4 earned)
- 7 strikeouts
- 1 walk
Team Stats:
- Cole Valley: 14 total hits, 9 runs
- Weiser: 5 total hits, 5 runs
Weiser Leaders
- Alli Navarette: 2-for-4 at the plate
- Ellie Shirts: 2 RBIs
- Bennett Torres: 2 RBIs
- M. Janicek (L): 6 IP, 14 hits, 9 runs (7 earned), 5 Ks, 2 BB
What’s Next:
Both Cole Valley Christian and Weiser have punched their tickets to the state tournament, having secured their spots by reaching the district championship game.
Written By
Cody Smithies
Owner & Media Manager of FLOWW Network. Covering the Snake River Valley Conference (Weiser, Payette, Fruitland, McCall, Homedale & Cole Valley Christian) and 4A Division.